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Educators will need to connect with resources and ideas to enhance their instruction in a technological 21st Century global world.
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Students report that schools' filters, firewalls, and blockage of social media sites are obstacles to their use of educational technology. Delete the scoop?
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For starters, it is clear that some districts were more open-minded entering their BYOT programs than others. Many “policies” (not included below) were really more of a set of rules and consequences for breaking the rules than they were a supporting framework for teachers and students. Via Nik Peachey 
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June 5, 2:26 AM
These are a good starting point for anyone who needs to do this for their own school. Delete the scoop?
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A new survey of colleges across Scotland shows that social media, and particularly YouTube, has firmly entered the learning environment as teaching and learning tools, with their use growing significantly year on year. Via Nik Peachey 
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June 8, 11:48 PM
Interesting that social media is used in academic settings but access is still blocked in many educational environments! Time for change? Delete the scoop?
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In fact, one of the many fascinations of the 21st century is the arrival of computer - mediated communication (CMC). Several research studies support that CMC, in its synchronous manifestation, facilitates the acquisition of oral competence. Via Nik Peachey Delete the scoop?
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The other big advantage of Scoop.it is that discussion is based around content, which can help to give the interaction more depth. It also helps user to escape much of the banality that appears on Twitter as it tends not to attract the celebrity or 'what I had for lunch' postings as it isn't principally about conversation, but as more of a focus on content sharing. Via Nik Peachey 
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June 13, 4:15 AM
In a nutshell it's "look at this" vs. "look at me". And the spirits that drive the two are largely distinct, as this study (found on Scoop.it) attests http://mashable.com/2013/06/12/social-media-narcissism-study/. I know which spirits grab me!
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I use booth, by find more interesting content on Scoop.it than on Twitter.
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I love the way Scoopit links can be posted so easily on Twitter, thus driving traffic to our scooped content..I won't be giving up on Twitter and I also love Pinterest...each attract different groups of people who regularly come to visit us here at Scoop Towers.
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A project using iPads to enhance literacy at Casllwchwr Primary in Swansea showed that creative use of iPads in the curriculum make a real difference. Via Jim Harmon 
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June 15, 6:44 PM
Another evidnece based piece on iPad's impact on literacy. Delete the scoop?
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Tips for learning online - Here are three things you should make sure you do, two things you shouldn't do, and one thing that is absolutely forbidden, if you are wanting to learn online.
Read more at: http://onlineanddistancelearning.com/tips-for-learning-online Via Adam Atodl Delete the scoop?
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When using the SimAULA platform, the teacher in training controls an avatar that interacts with student avatars (controlled automatically by SimAULA) in a virtual classroom, where lessons are taught and a series of situations liable to arise in a face-to-face environment are played out. By way of a specific example, the first version of SimAULA features a simulated biology class in which the teacher avatar has to help student avatars fulfil various learning goals. Via Nik Peachey, Jeffrey Earp, Jim Lerman, Kim Flintoff 
Karen Johnson's curator insight,
January 21, 4:12 AM
In the future this could be be very useful for disciplines other than teaching. I wonder if it will be flexible enough to replace some aspects of what we currently do in virtual worlds. 
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January 25, 10:32 AM
This re-Scoop from Nick Peachey. Looks like an interesting simulation/game. 
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March 18, 7:30 AM
SIMAULA, Formación de profesores a través de metodología basada en juegos Delete the scoop?
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FaceFilter3 is a versatile photo retouching and beautifying toolkit that allows you to cover blemishes, customize makeup, refine facial features, and apply DSLR effects. Via sofilab Delete the scoop?
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We builds tools for kids to code. We're working on a visual programming language for the iPad that uses modular drag-and-drop methods to let kids easily create their own computer programs and apps. Via Nik Peachey, Limitless Learning Limited 
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June 16, 9:00 AM
A visual drag and drop programming app that allows children to create their own games and animations. 
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June 16, 11:27 AM
Kids use a drop and drag method using "blocks" (visuals) to create their own games and programs.
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June 16, 11:28 AM
Why can't all coding be like this?? Visual learners unite! :)
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The idea that massive open online courses (MOOCs) provide a less valid learning experience than face-to-face courses is a furphy. Here are some reasons why the critics are wrong. Via Susan Bainbridge 
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June 3, 9:33 AM
"Overall, the evidence is that there is no reason to believe that MOOCs provide any less a valid learning experience than face-to-face courses." But are students prepared with the skills and tools needed to studt from online resources? The jump from classroom teaching to lectures is difficult enough but most students have no experience or strategies for learning from online courses without human interaction to guide them. 
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June 17, 3:29 AM
Toujours à prendre avec le recul nécessaire mais un point de vue intéressant et des liens conceptuels concrets
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In a related Pew study on libraries and the Internet, one librarian told researchers, “I believe public libraries should move away from being ‘houses of knowledge’ and move more towards being ‘houses of access.’ This is what the public is asking for and we are here to serve them.” Beyond the use of technology, many librarians think in terms of access and information being closely linked, and believe that libraries still have a responsibility to both. Via Nik Peachey 
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June 4, 8:39 PM
Access to culturally and linguistically appropriate books is the largest barrier to world literacy. Libraries and Digital Resources can solve this if we Unite for Literacy!
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The important questions that I believe we should be asking at this point are: What education-specific research will be beneficial to the field? What do we need to know? And how should we go about investigating what we need to know about? Systematic empirical research can (a) generate a deeper understanding of this phenomenon, (b) provide evidence to support or refute the claims surrounding MOOCs, and (c) help universities and MOOC providers enhance course offerings. Via Nik Peachey 
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June 7, 9:51 AM
MOOC Research - I may have to start a separate MOOCs topic. Anticpate increase growth & development.
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June 17, 3:07 PM
Or In the higher ed vernacular, "a shovel-ready' dissertation topic.
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HabitRPG is a time and task management tool which overlays motivational elements of computer games onto managing time and tasks. Via Nik Peachey
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June 7, 3:54 AM
This blog post looks at how you can use a task management tool with gamification features to increase learner autonomy and better time management. 
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June 7, 3:23 PM
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If it is tech related, some people think it’s my realm and don’t appear to have the personal motivation to gain understanding. This the professional goal I have set for myself, to help bring people the table to gain from the learning that is out there on a daily basis.
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Nik Peachey's curator insight,
June 12, 5:10 AM
Interesting article that touches on many of the challenges of working as an edtech 'expert' within and educational institution. 
LundTechIntegration's curator insight,
June 13, 9:22 AM
Awesome. Made me realize others have this same feeling in the Tech Integration role. 
Jane Sowter-Maranion's curator insight,
June 17, 8:38 PM
Great article. I too am realising the benefits of twitter as a personal professional development tool. Delete the scoop?
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Here’s a list of blogs that feed my teaching soul, hunger for knowledge, and need for deeper insights into teaching, learning and writing. There are so many wonderful blogs that it’s impossible to list them all here, so I’m listing the ones that have been most relevant to my own professional development. As such, they should be relevant to any teacher who wants to turn online teaching and/or publishing into a fully-fledged career.
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Aulde de Barbuat's comment,
June 13, 7:41 PM
Great I would definitely add Russell Stannard, who is doing a great job on http://www.teachertrainingvideos.com/,
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Chromebooks aren’t like traditional laptops. While they’re much simpler, they still have various useful features you may not know about. These tricks will help you take advantage of your Chromebook’s true potential. Via Helen Teague Delete the scoop?
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Enjoy our HTML 5 interactive infographic that exaplains why infographics are so successful Via Beth Dichter, Mark Gleeson 
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June 16, 2:01 PM
This is absolutely true, we process visual information so much faster. Have a look at the learning material at: http://www.homeschoolsource.co.uk
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June 16, 3:18 PM
Authors are like teachers...their words enlighten, enrich and empower! And like teachers, there are never enough resources! Delete the scoop?
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Used by over 70,000 teachers & 1 million students at home and school. Studyladder is an online english literacy & mathematics learning tool. Via Librarian@HOPE, Malachy Scullion Delete the scoop?
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I’m in the final week of a Coursera MOOC, Sports & Societythat for the most part has been lackluster and disappointing. I expected a university level course that would provide learning and perspectives into the social and cultural dimensions that affect sports participation and perceptions across different cultures. It missed the mark. Granted, the majority of Coursera courses are ‘lite’ versions of the real thing [full college course] – few mimic the workload or rigor of the face-to-face counterparts, which is fine [even preferred when taken for personal development] given the courses are not promoted as such.
Though a lite version does not mean that meaningful and deep learning cannot occur. I’ve completed two other Coursera courses, Introduction to Sociology, and E-learning and Digital Cultures. Both courses provided rich learning with scholarly materials, challenging assignments and opportunities to gain knowledge beyond the course site. Though the Sports & Society course wasn’t completely inadequate, in fact some things were done well, but for all the effort and resources that went into the course, it missed the mark quite significantly in terms of providing conditions for meaningful learning to occur. I see an opportunity to share here with readers what contributed to a mediocre MOOC learning experience. To provide an illustrative framework for this review, I’ve created a MOOC quality scorecard review, that is [loosely] based on a quality scorecard approach and my course design experience.
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The quickest way to get things done! Symphonical is an easy and fun app made of whiteboards and sticky notes. Via Baiba Svenca, Susan Oxnevad 
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June 14, 2:52 PM
Symphonical lets you post sticky notes and collaborate with your friends in real time. Present your group ideas, make a to-do list or brainstorm in class. You can connect with your Google+ team for real-time collaboration. The app works in your browser or on a mobile phone. It is free to use. 
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For more info about Healthcare related..http://www.medepage.com/
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Create apps everywhere — on all your devices! Keyboard optional. Share your programs with other people. Download the free app for Windows Phone, try the Web App in your browser! Via Gust MEES Delete the scoop?
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